Executive Summary Blackswan Cybersecurity is actively monitoring the evolving threat landscape following the PowerSchool breach initially...
THREAT ADVISORY: Targeted Extortion of School Districts Following PowerSchool Breach
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Why Healthcare Organizations Turn to Blackswan Cybersecurity for 24/7 Protection and Peace of Mind
Cybercriminals are relentlessly targeting healthcare organizations—and they’re not slowing down. In fact, the healthcare sector saw a 60% increase in ransomware attacks in the last year alone, making it the most targeted industry for cybercrime. From large hospital systems to regional clinics and...
GitHub Supply Chain Attack Underscores Growing Threat—How Blackswan Cybersecurity Helps You Stay Ahead
A recent GitHub supply chain compromise sent shockwaves through the developer community, reinforcing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity hygiene, especially around third-party automation tools. The attack targeted a widely used GitHub Action known as tj-actions/changed-files, which was...
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How to Run a Tabletop Exercise (The Backup Wrap-up Podcast)
This episode of The Backup Wrap-up explores the vital role of tabletop exercises in cybersecurity preparedness. Dr. Mike Saylor, CEO of Blackswan Cybersecurity, offers an in-depth look at how to effectively plan and conduct these exercises. We discuss why these simulations are crucial for...
The Backup Wrap-up Podcast — Ransomware Forensics
AUDIO ONLY This episode of The Backup Wrap-Up dives into the critical realm of ransomware forensics with cybersecurity expert and Blackswan CEO, Dr. Mike Saylor. They examine the key procedures and tools involved in forensic analysis during a cyber attack, emphasizing the need to preserve evidence...
Cybersecurity Blue Team Strategies Proven Tactics for Defending Your Organization
This cybersecurity podcast delves into the key strategies and best practices for developing and enhancing a blue team cybersecurity framework. Dr. Mike Saylor, CEO Blackswan Cybersecurity, offers his insights on how organizations can efficiently prepare for and respond to cyber incidents. He...
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Critical VMWare vCenter Server Flaw (CVE-2024-38812)
Summary Broadcom released a critical security update for VMware vCenter Server to address a high-severity vulnerability that could allow...
Microsoft Zero-Days and Related Vulnerabilities
SUMMARY Microsoft's September 2024 Patch Tuesday release addresses 79 security vulnerabilities, including three actively exploited zero-day...
Cisco Smart Licensing Utility Vulnerability
SUMMARY Cisco recently addressed two critical vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-20439 and CVE-2024-20440) in the Cisco Smart Licensing Utility (CSLU),...
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MDR & Open XDR with AI-Driven NDR for Healthcare Delivery Organizations
Providing 24/7 protection to prevent major operational disruptions caused by ransomware, business email compromise, system...
Auto Dealers are Prime Targets for Cyberattacks
Why Auto Dealerships are prime targets for cyberattacks (15% of all Dealers have been breached): Aging technologies and infrastructure that are no longer supported by the manufacturer Technology staff that can’t keep pace with staying focused on cybersecurity objectives or skillsets Employees who...
BATTLECARD: Blackswan’s OpenXDR vs. LogRhythm
Blackswan’s OpenXDR vs. LogRhythm Blackswan’s OpenXDR platform (Stellar Cyber) delivers critical advantages over...
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Identity is the New Front Line — Infographic
Cybercriminals are no longer wasting time breaking through firewalls. Instead, they’re exploiting the weakest point in most environments: identity. From compromised email credentials to lateral movement in cloud platforms, identity-based attacks are now the go-to tactic—and they're growing fast....
Safeguarding Education: Key Topics Affecting Cyber Risk in the Education Space
Addressing Key Cyber Risks in Education — And How to Stay Ahead IntroductionAs education continues its digital evolution, schools and districts are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. From student data privacy concerns to ransomware incidents, the stakes are high—and attackers know it....
DDoS Attacks Surge 358% in Q1 2025: Why Scalable, Expert-Led Protection Matters More Than Ever
In the first quarter of 2025, Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks skyrocketed by 358% year-over-year, according to a recent report from Cloudflare, which claims to have mitigated over 20 million individual attacks in that period alone. This sharp uptick marks a concerning escalation in...